5 Common Questions about NUCCA Chiropractic
NUCCA Chiropractic NUCCA adjustment Many people are confused about chiropractors in general. Maybe you are unsure about why you would see a NUCCA (upper cervical) chiropractor and what exactly an upper cervical chiropractor does. Today we're going to look at 5 of the most common misconceptions people have about upper cervical chiropractors. Is NUCCA Chiropractic Safe? Some people may be under the impression that chiropractic adjustments are dangerous. But the truth is general chiropractic [Read More]
Sleep problems linked to ADHD and other behavioral disorders in children
Sleeping and ADHD ADHD and Sleep Problems Lack of good sleep is linked to more than a groggy morning, especially in children and young teens, the Miami Herald reports. Health experts have seen a rise in sleep disorders that cause symptoms similar to ADHD, such as hyperactivity and trouble focusing. In addition, new research is showing the medical approach to ADHD is failing. Research is mounting that mind altering drugs like Ritalin [Read More]
Post Concussion Syndrome and PTSD in Chicago Illinois
PTSD linked with Post-Concussion Syndrome In February 2012, doctors from the Department of rehabilitative medicine at the University of Washington reported on a study of 239 people who have suffered mild traumatic brain injuries, also known as concussions. After 6 months, 17% of them had developed the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Rates of PTSD in civilian MTBI in this study are consistent with prior research. Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury, usually [Read More]
Concussions Have Lingering Effects. Is Relief Possible?
Natural Relief of Football Related Concussions The Hot Topic in Football Many news organizations are reporting on the hot topic in football right now, concussions. Lawsuits, questions of safety and a call for new research from many organizations is daily being reported. The Toledo Blade is reporting that Ohio State University’s Dr. Russell Lonser is setting off on one of his biggest concussion research projects yet. OSU hopes to launch a long-term concussion study that [Read More]
Chicago NUCCA Chiropractors Help Brainstem Function
What is the Brainstem? You may have heard of the brain stem, but do you know what it’s in charge of? What its basic function is? The purpose it serves for your body? Brainstem dysfunction has been linked to postconcussion syndrome, migraine headaches, multiple sclerosis, and much more. So it is very important that it is functioning properly. The brainstem acts as a bridge between the lower most part of your brain (cerebrum) and your spinal [Read More]
Shoulder Weakness or Numbness and Tingling in the Arms?
Why Is the Shoulder Weak? When you say that your shoulder is weak, what do you mean? Do you mean that your shoulder and arm is numb? Do you feel tingling in your shoulder and arm? Do you have a loss of strength? Do you have pain in your shoulder that is causing this weakness? Depending on the answer to those questions may help you in determining what is wrong with your shoulder. Shoulder weakness [Read More]